Gala Tokyo 2025

Maison Rostang

An iconic dining destination for over 45 years, Maison Rostang, awarded two MICHELIN stars, has long been a haven for lovers of the great classics of French gastronomy. Set in a refined yet welcoming atmosphere, Maison Rostang continues to evolve.
The space pays tribute to natural materials, wood, and greenery, all brought together with a sense of modernity and harmony, under the discerning eye of architect Michel Amar.
With noble materials, a wine cellar revealed to guests, bespoke decorative pieces, elegant tableware, and open salons offering a view of the kitchen’s theatrical artistry, every detail contributes to a truly intimate and immersive dining experience.

Nicolas BEAUMANN

Chef Nicolas Beaumann masterfully blends classicism and modernity to create cuisine that is exceptional, honest, fresh, and daring. His creations are rooted in French culinary tradition while embracing a spirit of innovation: ingredients are elevated, flavours are bold and dynamic, and each pairing is meticulously refined to deliver an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
With a brilliant culinary background, his journey began in small Parisian establishments before training as an apprentice at prestigious Michelin-starred restaurants such as Le Beauvilliers and the two-starred Michel Rostang. He later joined Yannick Alléno as sous-chef for the opening of Le Meurice.
Five years on, Nicolas Beaumann returned to his roots, becoming head chef at Maison Rostang, eventually forming a partnership with Mr Rostang.
In 2020, a new chapter began as he embarked on an exciting venture alongside Stéphane Manigold.

Oksana Stepanyuk

Oksana Stepanyuk is a Ukrainian soprano born in Sinyava, in the Kyiv region. A graduate of the Zhitomir Music College, where she studied singing and bandura, she continued her training at the Tchaikovsky National Music Academy, graduating in 2002. That same year, she performed for Pope John Paul II, having made her operatic debut in 2000 in the role of Marpha in "The Tsar’s Bride".

Now based in Japan, she sang in 2004 before Princess Takamado, and in 2005 performed at an official dinner attended by Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko and Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi. In 2011, she was awarded the title of "Honoured Artist of Ukraine".

Since then, she has taken on several major roles, including Oscar in Verdi’s "Un Ballo in Maschera" (2013), Musetta in Puccini’s "La Bohème" (2021), Violetta in Verdi’s "La Traviata" (2021 and 2022), and Juliette in Bellini’s "Capuleti e Montecchi" (2021). She also performed as a soloist in Handel’s Messiah with the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra.

Oksana Stepanyuk is currently a member of the Japan Opera Foundation and serves as a judge for various music competitions. She has released seven albums, appeared on numerous television programmes, and is actively involved in humanitarian work, giving charity concerts in Japan, Ukraine, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, and the Philippines.